Winchester City Mill - National Trust

Winchester City Mill - National Trust Free to enter Ancient watermill, second-hand bookshop and café at the heart of Winchester. Open Thursday - Sunday 10am-4pm. It helps us to learn and grow.

A mill has stood on this site for over a thousand years, now fully restored this National Trust property is a thriving centre of activity and one of Winchester's most popular tourist attractions. Pay a visit and see how our famous stoneground wholemeal flour is produced using the power of the river Itchen & don’t miss the latest news from our ‘Otter Watch’ project as featured on the BBC’s Country

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18/06/2026

When the mill closes, the otters come out to play 🦦🌊

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15/06/2026

📢 Mill Project Update 📢

Our Mill Operations Manager talks through what has happened so far and the impressive work have already achieved restoring the waterwheel.

Stay turned for the next update on the project ✨️

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Come and have a go this weekend at using the quern, an ancient device for grinding grain. Our wonderful volunteers will ...
09/06/2026

Come and have a go this weekend at using the quern, an ancient device for grinding grain. Our wonderful volunteers will be on hand to demonstrate and tell you all about the process and why it's such a fun tradition for everyone🌾⁠
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07/06/2026

We can almost hear mumma otter shouting ‘No running by the pool,’ 🦦💦

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The Island Garden is looking lush and full to the brim - the perfect spot to rest awhile from the busy streets of Wi****...
04/06/2026

The Island Garden is looking lush and full to the brim - the perfect spot to rest awhile from the busy streets of Wi******er while you enjoy a cup of tea and listen to the sounds of the River Itchen rushing by 🌿☀️⁠
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Planning a visit to Wi******er City Mill? 🌿💦Here's what you can enjoy during your visit:☕ Café - grab a coffee, cake, or...
01/06/2026

Planning a visit to Wi******er City Mill? 🌿💦

Here's what you can enjoy during your visit:

☕ Café - grab a coffee, cake, or light bite and relax by the water.

📚 Second-hand Bookshop - discover your next great read while supporting the Mill.

🦦 OtterWatch - learn all about the otters of the River Itchen and watch the videos of them popping by on late night visits.

🌼 Island Garden - explore our peaceful riverside garden and spot local wildlife. Sit back with a cuppa and relax in this tranquil space.

🛞 Historic Mill - uncover centuries of milling history in the heart of Wi******er, our very knowledgeable volunteers are always happy to answer any of your questions about this incredible building.

⚠️ Visitor Update - Our mill race is currently closed to visitors whilst we work to replace the water wheel. You can still learn about the Mill, the OtterWatch project, and enjoy our Café during your visit.

We look forward to welcoming you! 💙

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30/05/2026

Let's take a wander through May at the Mill 🦦☀️🍰

It has been a gorgeous month of sunny days, lots of wonderful otter sightings and the start of our exciting Mill restoration project 🎉

What has been your highlight of the month?

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Come and have a go tomorrow (30th May) at using the quern this half-term, an ancient device for grinding grain. Our wond...
29/05/2026

Come and have a go tomorrow (30th May) at using the quern this half-term, an ancient device for grinding grain. Our wonderful volunteers will be on hand to demonstrate and tell you all about the process and why it's such a fun tradition for everyone🌾⁠
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©National Trust Images/Esther Mills

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27/05/2026

Night shift at Wi******er City Mill 🌙🦦

In celebration of World Otter Day, here are some of our favourite after-hours visitors - slipping through the water and reminding us that the river comes alive long after the doors close.

A rare glimpse into the secret nightlife of the Itchen. 💫

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Address

Bridge Street
Winchester
SO239BH

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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